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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 15/09/2026

I've never seen such unique costume designs! Listen in to this episode to hear how it all comes together behind-the-scenes with Lisa Rauch, Walk Act Artist!

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Bookling Media @booklingmedia.com · 19/08/2026

BIG NEWS! We are thrilled to welcome Fiona Miller to our author-illustrator family! 🎨 Known for colorful, detail-rich worlds built from hand-drawn ink + watercolor! ✨ We are thrilled to bring your picture book to life in the coming year! Welcome to the team, @fionamillerart.bsky.social 🩵

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 18/08/2026

I left this conversation with Mike Zagari feeling genuinely inspired! There's something about his honesty on burnout and reinvention that I keep thinking about.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 21/07/2026

It is funny how it doesn't really take too long to do. I just put it off. This happened to be while I was on vacation so that helped! 😅

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 21/07/2026

Every interview that I have is inspiring to me as an artist and this episode is no different! I am privileged to have Chris Sickels @rednosestudio.bsky.social on the show!

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Origins of Creativity Podcast @originsofcreativitypodcast.com · 21/07/2026

In this episode, @rednosestudio.bsky.social pulls back the curtain on how his characters come to life + the lessons he's picked up about staying curious, embracing vulnerability, and never stopping growing as an artist! 🔗 Link to the episode in the comments!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 20/07/2026

I painted some rocks. Now, back to painting the picture book!

Small rocks. One painted to look like a lightning bug. The second is a power-up Super Mario mushroom

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 20/07/2026

I love that Larry wanted to include this riddle and prize. He was inspired by a picture book when he was growing up. What a fun way to be a part of the book and interact with the author-illustrator!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 14/07/2026

I'm excited for next Tuesday's episode to come out! I interviewed an amazing 3-D illustrator and stop-motion artist!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 19/05/2026

This was a treat! Brielle shared some amazing insights as a professional stained-glass artist for others other there who are pursing the arts!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 17/05/2026

I based the quilt in my (unfinished) painting on this beautiful quilt in the antique store's window. Much to my surprise my mother-in-law bought it for me for an early birthday present!! So sweet! I love it!!!

Acrylic painting by Becky Gehrisch of a sewing room with three dogs making a mess

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 12/05/2026

Did you know I host a creativity podcast? Check it out for some inspiration!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 01/05/2026

Just something to consider if you're feeling like you don't have what it takes to be an artist when it might just be that your materials are failing you.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 01/05/2026

You want paper that layers well and blends nicely. Please try a higher quality paper. One that I really love is Pastelmat. I also used Stabilo chalk pastel pencils in addition to regular soft pastel sticks for the finer detail drawing.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 01/05/2026

If I was going for an impressionistic look this wouldn't be too bad. The class is only 2 hours. I don't expect hyper-realism by any means, but if you're an artist or an aspiring artist and you're wanting to get good results using cheaper paper, reconsider.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 01/05/2026

Two drawings, same artist, different paper! For an art class: Using paper that was affordable for the class, I found it frustrating that the paper didn't take many layers of chalk, that I couldn't get the detail I wanted, and it wasn't looking right.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 21/04/2026

I have been listening to Rossano Galante's concert band scores for a while. They are amazing. I came to find out he also orchestrated the Mario Movie soundtracks among many others! Take a listen!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 15/04/2026

I must admit I forget every time how long these paintings take. 😂 In my 1st attempt (2nd image), I got pretty far except that I wasn't sure what I was doing with the light. It just wasn't what I was going for. 🎨 All I need now is for the last quilt to be designed. 🪡It will be a surprise. 💥

Acrylic painting of three dogs and a sewing room. Knocking over things and dragging quilts and yarn around

Partially painted acrylic painting with light shining down, making a bunch of colors and a stairway on the left

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Bookling Media @booklingmedia.com · 08/04/2026

✨ OPEN SUBMISSIONS: AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATORS ✨ (Picture Books) Do you have a dummy that’s ready to become something real? Publishing with Bookling Media, you stay in control. You stay the owner. You stay the visionary. Go to www.booklingmedia.com/submissions to see our stress-free submissions process.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 30/03/2026

Wishing it was this easy... I seem to pick the slowest art medium! I'll just pretend it is this fast.

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 17/03/2026

It was great to geek out over creativity and the brain! This one is for ALL creatives!

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Origins of Creativity Podcast @originsofcreativitypodcast.com · 17/02/2026

In this episode, @larrydaleyart.bsky.social shares his artistic journey from childhood inspiration to his professional career in comics + film. He shares his creative process behind his new picture book Float, including the importance of collaboration, character development, + emotional themes.

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Bookling Media @booklingmedia.com · 04/02/2026

On the Grog Blog with @infowoman.bsky.social is @larrydaleyart.bsky.social They chat about his debut picture book FLOAT, background in children's media, supervision of comic book brands, + tips for authors attending their first library conferences! Read here: groggorg.blogspot.com/2026/02/its-...

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Jena Benton @jenanbenton.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

An over-eager alligator working on a construction crew? What could go wrong? 📚👍🏽 #picturebook #interview #KidLit #bookblogger jenabenton.com/2026/02/03/s...

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Simply 7 with Brooke Hartman & Michael Slack: EXCA-GATOR!

An over-eager alligator working on a construction crew? What could go wrong?

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 03/02/2026

This was such a fun book trailer to work on. Take a listen/look!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 30/01/2026

I "take the day off" to visit my original illustrations from my picture book, ESCAPE TO PLAY and forthcoming ESCAPE TO TOWN. Of course, I had to parody Ferris Bueller's Day Off museum scene. 😂 Enjoy! "Drawn to Stories" at Gallery22 featuring Ohio #kidlit illustrators will go through the end of Feb!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 27/01/2026

I am excited to see even more success with this upcoming picture book FLOAT! @larrydaleyart.bsky.social

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 23/01/2026

I am looking forward to the release of @larrydaleyart.bsky.social (Larry Daley's) picture book FLOAT coming out on February 3rd! nerdynerdybookbook.substack.com/p/author-int...!

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Origins of Creativity Podcast @originsofcreativitypodcast.com · 20/01/2026

We start the new year with an interview with Tapestry Artist, Jennifer Edwards. She shares her artistic journey, focusing on her passion for fiber arts and tapestry weaving! Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts!: www.podbean.com/ep/pb-sipy8-...

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 18/01/2026

This adorable kitty portrait was done as a Christmas present commission! I love drawing animals and Lucy was no exception. Honored to have been able to draw her. Soft pastels and pastel pencil on Pastelmat. 9"x12"

pastel drawing of gray cat with soft pastel chalks and pastel pencils. 9x12. Www.gehrisch-arts.com/portraits

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 10/01/2026

I had such a fun time at the "Drawn to Stories" exhibit at Gallery 22 in Delaware, Ohio!! All of the various artists' pieces together made my heart happy. I love illustration and being a kid at heart for my career!

Illustrator Becky Gehrisch with 8 of her original illustrations from her picture book Escape to Play and upcoming picture book Escape to Town in the gallery

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 06/01/2026

My original illustrations from Escape to Play and the future Escape to Town will be displayed at Gallery 22 (Delaware, Ohio) starting this Friday through February 28th. I'm honored to be selected to be a part of this event alongside some amazing artists!

gallery flyer for "Drawn to Stories" Jan 9-Feb 28, 2026 with image of Becky Gehrisch illustrator

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 01/11/2025

That's how I feel about watching reruns of Frasier!

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Becky Gehrisch - kidlit picture books @gehrisch-arts.com · 30/10/2025

My pumpkin is looking at my daughter's pumpkin. Happy faces needed right now.

Two smiling carved pumpkins with candles glowing from inside

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Jane Smith @superjane.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

🎉🎄❤️ Want to get a behind the scenes peek at the newest #ChloeZoe #book? I'm delighted to share that fellow super star #childrensbook #author @marianarios.bsky.social interviewed me on her blog about IT'S #CHRISTMAS, CHLOE ZOE! How fun is that? 🤗 #kidlit 💚 READ the interview + 📚 BOOK links in bio!

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Lynne S @ghirlandia.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Trick or Treat 👻 art by Edna Eicke The New Yorker October, 1945 #WyrdWednesday #legendaryWednesday

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